12 Gluten and Dairy Free Lunch Recipes
12 Healthy Gluten and Dairy-Free Lunch Ideas
Do you need some fresh and delicious gluten-free, dairy-free lunch ideas? Look no further! I have compiled a list of 12 nutritious and satisfying options that will keep you energized throughout the day while accommodating your dietary needs.
With these 12 healthy and delicious gluten and dairy-free lunch ideas, you'll be able to enjoy a variety of flavours and nutrients while maintaining a diet that suits your needs.
Stay energized and satisfied throughout your day with these nourishing options!
Asian slaw with vermicelli brown rice noodles
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This vibrant rainbow salad is perfect for the warmer months. The dressing can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to two weeks. I enjoy preparing two or three different dressings and keeping them in jars in the fridge; it's a simple way to enhance the taste of everyday meals.
If you're vegan, pair this salad with chicken, fish, or tofu. Wheat doesn't agree with me, as it tends to cause bloating, so I prefer brown rice noodles or king soba noodles, which are both vegan and gluten-free. If you're taking this salad to work, please make sure to carry the dressing in a separate container to prevent the salad from becoming soggy by lunchtime.
Spiced cauliflower and sweet potato buddha bowl
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This bowl has just four elements that you can mix and match: the coriander rice, the red cabbage, the cauliflower curry, and the salad. These elements would go great in a wrap, too. Chickpeas would be a great addition if you want to add protein to this recipe. I used sweet potatoes in this recipe instead of white potatoes, as sweet potatoes are healthier than regular potatoes.
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I love this recipe. I have eaten it in a jacket potato with some salad, in a wrap, with rice or brown rice/ buckwheat pasta. It’s so versatile and tastes so flavoursome. If you use it in a wrap, crush the chickpeas a little so they don't fall out while you're eating the wrap.
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I absolutely LOVE falafels. Try this in a wrap or in a sandwich you could make the houmous recipe below as it would be such a great flavour combo. I make a batch of falafels and then freeze them, When I do this, I pan fry them in a little oil till golden and freeze them half-cooked so that when I repeat them in the oven, they don’t dry out and fall apart.
Spiced houmous with a pomegranate salsa
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This is one of my favourite recipes. The combination of spices and the tangy tartness of the pomegranate works so well. Try this in a sandwich, on toast or in a wrap with the Moroccan chickpea recipe above, or simply with some crudities. It takes around 10 minutes to prepare in the food processor.
Mediterranean chicken nourish bowl
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This is a great meal prep recipe, you could make the chicken over the weekend and chop up the salad elements and then throw all them together for your packed lunch if your off to work. The dressing takes minutes and will keep in the fridge for up to a week.
If you're really pressed for time, buy ready-prepared roast vegetables. Then, all you have to do is pop them in the oven to roast. If you take the avocado in your lunch box, just cut it in half and squeeze some lemon juice on it to stop it from going brown.
Tuna, roasted vegetable & quinoa cauliflower rice bowl
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This is such a light and comforting bowl of goodness. Again you can prepare all the elements separately and then throw it all together for your lunch box. Feel free to swap the tuna steak for tinned tuna, smoked mackerel or tofu. You can buy ready prepared vegetables in the supermarket to save you time too.
Roasted vegetable & cannellini bean salad
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I love this salad. It's a great and quick salad to put together. If you're really hungry, you could cook some brown rice or quinoa to serve with it and add some chicken to the recipe, too.
When time is not on your side, don't hesitate to grab some ready-prepared roasted veggies and packaged salads from the supermarket. It's a stress-free solution that doesn't compromise on taste or nutrition.
As aside note, I got the edible flowers from my local farm shop. However, I noticed that Marks & Spencers sell edible flowers, too, which is amazing. They are so beautiful that you can now decorate dishes without having all the fancy chef skills.
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This is a fab recipe to meal prep, make the fishcakes over the weekend and you could team it up with some stir fried noodles. I love to make extras for dinner and then take the leftovers to work. This is something you could do with this recipe and it tastes so good cold too. Try this with any white fish as it works really well.
Spanish style chorizo, chicken & prawn rice
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This recipe is great for batch cooking - it lasted me for 4 days. I enjoy cooking large quantities and then not having to spend too much time in the kitchen for the rest of the week. Even though I'm a chef, I prefer not to spend hours in the kitchen just for myself at home. I prefer simple and quick recipes. I used brown rice in this recipe because it is really filling and has a slow release, which means it keeps you fuller for longer. You can substitute any of the vegetables with whatever you have in the fridge, so feel free to experiment.
Wild salmon and spelt noodle salad
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Spelt is not gluten free so if that’s an issue swap for a gluten-free variety like king soba noodles, glass or brown rice noodles. I used a mix of fresh and frozen vegetables for this recipe, and I almost always try to buy wild fish instead of farmed as its healthier. This salad is such a joy to eat and doesn’t require lots of cooking time either YAY!!
Spiced lentil, butternut squash & coconut soup
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This soup is so stunning, it’s warming and comforting with beautiful hints of ginger, chilli and spices. I add brown rice to this soup for days when Im really hungry. It feeds almost a whole African village (I'm not kidding), so it's a brilliant batch-cook recipe. You could stir fry extra vegetables in minutes to add to the soup as I have done.
I hope that I have given you a little inspiration for lunches that you can cook that are healthier and are gluten and dairy-free. Take a look at my Pinterest board. If you are vegan, I have a dedicated board for vegan food too. Take a look here.
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